With its prominent position on the hill just beyond the bridge as you come into Cahir, it's unlikely that Lava Rock would go unnoticed, but its large modern frontage doesn't give too much away - and maybe that's just the way the locals like it, as it h ... more...
Atmospherically located in The Keep - part of the 1841 Star Fort structure and one of the most prominent buildings at the former Ebrington Barracks site beside the River Foyle - this keenly anticipated restaurant and bakehouse/deli by hospitality duo S ... more...
Set amongst 300 acres of rolling countryside, Lough Rynn Castle is the ancestral home of the Clements family and its has seen major investment and a great deal of TLC to restore it to its former glory for its current use as an hotel.
Aside from struct ... more...
Now in its third generation of family ownership, Aherne’s of Youghal is outstanding for the warmth of the FitzGibbon family’s hospitality and their enormous enthusiasm for the business which, since 1993, has included some fine accommodation ... more...
Behind a classic Georgian frontage on the main street of one of Northern Ireland's prettiest traditional villages lies a thoroughly modern - and surprisingly large - restaurant.
A first restaurant for returning natives, the renowned chef Chris McGowan ... more...
Those who like contemporary hotels and enjoy the buzz of the city centre will love the Clayton. In a brilliant central location with a wide terrace and boardwalk along the River Lee, this striking hotel embodies many of the best features of other recen ... more...
When Santander-born chef Luis Martin took over The Old Couch Café in the centre of Waterford in 2023, it was a quirky little restaurant with a big reputation for doing things differently - but always with finesse. It was a good match for a chef ... more...
An integral part of Cork life since 1982, sisters Eithne and Jacqueline Barry's delightful restaurant has changed with the years, evolving from quite a traditional place to a smart contemporary space.
Big changes took place in 2013, with an extension ... more...
Self catering visitors to the area will be particularly glad to find that Sligo is well supplied with quality food stores, including Catherine Farrell and Annette Burke's deservedly popular shop and deli, where the Ballymaloe trained chefs turn o ... more...
Colm Healy's high quality chocolate operation is in a remote location at St Finian's Bay on the Ring of Kerry, overlooking the mystical Skellig islands. Yet, thanks to its unique appeal, it - together with Noelle Campbell-Sharp's wonderful Cill Rialaig ... more...